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Commonwealth of Kentucky · 1 day ago

Staff Attorney III

Frankfort, KY

Contract

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$63K/yr - $95K/yr

2+ years exp

The Commonwealth of Kentucky is seeking a Staff Attorney III to provide legal advice and representation for the Justice and Public Safety Cabinet and its departments. The role involves handling complex legal issues related to civil rights, constitutional questions, employment law, and civil litigation in both federal and state courts.

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Responsibilities

Performs a high level of original specialized legal services, including drafting, revising, and conducting complex legal research and analysis relating to Kentucky Open Records Act (KORA) requests; advising clients concerning novel or complex issues arising under KORA; handling related administrative and civil litigation, preparing briefs, and conducting oral arguments; providing training on related matters; and reporting to the General Counsel on all related matters and issues

Performs a high level of original specialized legal services, including drafting and conducting complex legal research and analysis relating to agreements and requisitions; advising clients of the form, content, and structure of agreements; appearing before the Government. Contract Review Committee; negotiating with vendors; providing training on related matters; and reporting to the General Counsel on all related matters and issues

Performs a high level of original specialized legal services, including drafting and conducting complex legal research and analysis relating to the promulgation of administrative regulations; advising clients as to the form, content, and structure of regulations; appearing before the Administrative Regulation Review Subcommittee; providing training on related matters; and reporting to the General Counsel on all related matters and issues

Qualification

Open records lawContract lawAdministrative regulationLicensed attorneyAnalytical abilityAttention to detailTeamwork

Required

Must have two years experience as a licensed attorney in the practice of law

Must be admitted to practice law and in good standing in the Commonwealth of Kentucky OR comply with Kentucky Supreme Court Rule (SCR) 2.111 (limited certification of admission to practice), SCR 2.112 (attorney participants in defender or legal services programs), SCR 2.117 (practice pending admission)

Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification